Chapter 621
Chapter 621: She empathized with Regina.
She was aware that Regina had never been part of those problems and, as a mother, faced her own struggles.
Alicia also experienced an inexplicable feeling whenever she saw Regina, something that prevented any feelings of dislike.
Regina clutched the teacup, her fingers wrapped tightly around it.
Ms.
Bennett, I understand you cant forgive Yolanda, but things have gotten out of hand, and I feel compelled to apologize on her behalf.
Alicia had grown indifferent to apologies.
She responded, Mrs.
Moss, youre mistaken.
Its Caden who has been hurt the most in all of this, and an apology isnt just about saying sorry.
True reconciliation requires the victims forgiveness.
Regina looked at her, momentarily at a loss.
Alicias tone wasnt harsh, but her gaze carried a bit of Cadens essencesharp yet fundamentally kind.
Regina realized that Caden hadnt shared everything with Alicia.
She didnt know about the current conflict between the Moss and Ward families.
Dorian had already made his move.
Reginas distress grew, a deep ache settling in her heart, which intensified upon seeing Alicia.
Dorians intentions were to protect and cherish Yolanda.
Yet, why did the thought of Alicias future fill her with such discomfort? Ms.
Bennett, do you hold deep affection for Caden? Alicia was startled by the question.
It felt too personal, unsettling her.
Yes, Mrs.
Moss.
I love him deeply.
Regina offered a faint smile.
I feel a bit embarrassed to admit, but despite your long relationship, Ive never given you a gift.
She then pulled something from her bag.
It was a bank card.
Regina placed the card on the table and gently said, Ms.
Bennett, I wish you enduring happiness.
After a brief pause, she stood up.
Ill let you return to your work.
I wont disturb you any further.
Alicia took the card and stood to follow her.
Mrs.
Moss, this gift should really be for Caden.
The bank card returned to Reginas hand, suddenly feeling hot.
She wanted to speak, but her attention was drawn to a family photograph on the wall behind Alicias desk.
The slightly faded photo showed the young Bennett couple with a baby, their expressions filled with love.
Regina gazed at the innocent child.
Her thoughts wandered back over twenty years, to the day she gave birth to Yolanda in Warrington.
The babys cries marked the end of her ordeal, and as the midwife handed over her baby, Regina took one look.
That moment inexplicably merged with the baby in the photograph.
Alicia, noticing her focus, asked curiously, Mrs.
Moss, are you familiar with my parents? Regina shook her head.
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